Advocacy & Lobbying
The Carers Association lobbies politically both at a local and national level. We are also represented on a number of consultative committees, state agencies and boards and are members of the Community and Voluntary Pillar of the Social Partnership.
The Carers Association play a central role in highlighting the issues affecting Family Carers in their day-to-day lives and advocate on their behalf to ensure they have a voice and can participate fully and equally in society.
The Association advocates on behalf of Carers by:
- Empowering Carers by giving independent information which helps them know about and obtain their rights and entitlements;
- Supporting Carers who are experiencing difficulties by helping them find the best possible solution to their situation.
- Write letters or make phone calls on their behalf;
- Accompanying them to meetings or speak on their behalf;
- Giving Carers a collective voice through local Carer Support Groups.
The Carers Association has worked since 1987 towards recognition, empowerment and a better quality of life for family Carers. A strong membership is vital to achieving that vision. Now more than ever, your membership can help strengthen our advocacy on behalf of family Carers. Become a Member of The Carers Association today and add your voice to ours. We will listen and advocate on issues that affect Family Carers in Ireland.
Carers taking part in Protest March - April 2009
